OBS dismissals in the IPL remain among the rarest and most debated moments in the tournament’s history.

In a format driven by split-second decisions, even a brief lapse in judgment can lead to an unusual exit under the obstructing the field rule.

Over the years, only a handful of batters have fallen to this uncommon mode of dismissal, often sparking confusion and controversy. Here’s a look at those instances where batters were involved in Obs dismissals in IPL.

What is Obstructing the Field?

Obstructing the field is a mode of dismissal in cricket where a batter is given out if they interfere with fielding side’s attempt to gather or return the ball deliberately.

This includes a actions such as interrupting any part of body to deflect the ball away from the stumps or blocking a fielder’s throw.

The key factor in this dismissal is intent—umpires must determine whether the batter’s action was deliberate or simply a natural reflex to protect themselves. Because of this subjective element, obstructing the field decisions often lead to debate and controversy.

Though part of the laws of the game, such dismissals are extremely rare, especially in fast-paced formats like the IPL, where split-second reactions can sometimes result in unexpected outcomes.

Obs Dismissals in IPL

OBS dismissals in the IPL have been few and far between, but each instance has sparked debate and added a unique twist to the game.

Take a look at the list of OBS dismissals in the IPL, featuring instances that sparked confusion and controversy on the field:

What Happened in Each Case?

Yusuf Pathan – KKR vs PWI in 2013

Yusuf Pathan became the first-ever T20 batter to be dismissed this way. After pushing a ball to the pitch and attempting a single, he appeared to deliberately kick the ball away with his foot as the bowler, Wayne Parnell, tried to collect it to effect a run-out.

Amit Mishara – DC vs SRH in 2019

Amit Mishra missed a delivery and tried to steal a run. After realizing he wouldn’t make his ground, he changed his running course and interrupted Khaleel Ahmed threw the ball toward the non-striker’s end, which stuck his arm. After reviewing the incident, third umpire ruled was a wilful obstruction to protect his stumps.

Ravindra Jadeja – CSK vs RR in 2024

Ravindra Jadeja has been dismissed after being sent back by his partner before completing the second run. While sprinting back, he altered his path and ran directly in the line of throw from Sanju Samson. The third umpire, Anil Chaudhary determined that Jadeja had looked back and was aware of the ball’s trajectory and intentionally blocked it.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi – KKR vs LSG in 2026

Angkrish Raghuvanshi was forced back to the crease after a miscommunication during the game between LSG vs KKR in the IPL 2026. While driving to his crease, he cross from one side of the pitch to other, intercepting a throw from Mohammed Shami.

The third umpire ruled that the change of his direction, lacked causes  leading to his dismissal despite protests from KKR camp.